Getting Started with Chinese AI Models
Learn the official access paths for Chinese AI platforms, compare requirements, and make your first API call where international access is available.
This guide helps you understand official access paths for Chinese AI models and make your first API call where international access is available.
Step 1: Choose a Provider
Browse our model catalog and pick a model that fits your needs. Each model page links directly to the provider's official platform.
Step 2: Create an Account
Sign up on the provider's platform (e.g., DeepSeek at platform.deepseek.com, Alibaba Cloud for Qwen). Most accept international email registration.
Step 3: Get an API Key
Generate an API key from the provider's developer console. Most Chinese AI providers offer OpenAI-compatible API endpoints.
What's Next?
Explore our model catalog, compare pricing and benchmarks, and check out our model-specific tutorials.